Southeast Volunteer Fire Department

09/01/2026

Arkansas remains at an increased risk for wildfire. Sixty‑two counties are currently at high risk, and the remaining 13 are at moderate risk. Burn bans are in effect in 63 counties. Under these conditions, fires can ignite easily, spread quickly, and become serious if not addressed right away. Even small brush fires or campfires can escape.

The public is urged to avoid activities that could unintentionally start a fire and to follow all local burn restrictions. To reduce wildfire risk:

🚫Avoid outdoor debris burning.
🚫Do not discard ci******es outside.
🚫Avoid parking vehicles on dry grass.
🚫Use caution with equipment that creates sparks.
🚫Never leave any outdoor flame unattended.

Report wildfire smoke or fire immediately to Forestry Dispatch at 1‑800‑468‑8834.

Stay updated using the Department’s county-by-county wildfire danger map: https://mip.agri.arkansas.gov/agtools/Forestry/Fire_Info

08/05/2026

Burn Ban

Hempstead County Judge Jerry Crane has issued a burn ban. Due to the lack of sufficient rainfall and the prospect of continued rapidly drying conditions, the necessity arises to ban all outdoor burning and the discharge of all fireworks in Hempstead County Arkansas

See full article: https://app.govoutreach.com/hempsteadcountyar/public/notify/posts/68698

05/04/2026

04/30/2026

The Hope Police Department, in partnership with The Flaming Pig, will host a benefit lunch on Friday, May 29th, 2026 from 11:00am until 3:00pm, for Officer Keith Powell, who was diagnosed with cancer in October 2025.

Prepaid tickets may be purchased for $10 prior to the event by contacting the Hope Police Department or you can purchase a plate on the day of the event.

The benefit lunch will be at the North Hervey Shopping Center, 535 North Hervey Street in Hope, AR.

Come join us and enjoy good food for a great cause!

04/27/2026

We want to apologize to those of you who have already paid your dues, but still received a second notice in the mail. This was sent in error, and we truly appreciate your patience and understanding.

We are currently verifying and updating our records to ensure this issue is corrected.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us here or by email at [email protected].

Your continued support means so much to us and allows Southeast VFD to keep serving our community. Thank you for standing behind us, because we couldn’t do it without you. 🚒💙

03/23/2026

Fire at Residence on Highway 32 East

https://hopeprescott.com/2026/03/22/205285/

03/19/2026

Ongoing dry fuels will yield elevated wildfire conditions across the entire Four State Region. Outdoor burning and activities that involve open sparks or flames are discouraged.

03/13/2026

Please Come by the Sheriff's Office and Support this Family, Thank You, Sheriff James Singleton